Services for older people diagnosed with cancer in rural settings
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Understanding and improving access to medical services and information for recently diagnosed older patients with cancer in rural settings
IRAS ID
261813
Contact name
Gianina-Ioana Postavaru
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 1 months, 0 days
Research summary
This study seeks to contribute to research in the field of rural cancer health; specifically, the aim is to gain insight into the experiences of patients aged 65 and over diagnosed within the previous 6 months, and living in rural areas, of accessing and using information and services throughout the cancer journey (diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care) from healthcare professionals and support organisations (e.g. Macmillan or community nursing services). Face to face, in-depth and semi-structured interviews will be conducted with this group of patients and healthcare professionals. Participants will be screened and recruited through the Lincoln County Hospital and local patient organizations. Data gathered will be analysed using the Framework Method.
REC name
North West - Liverpool Central Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
19/NW/0530
Date of REC Opinion
1 Oct 2019
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion